Not only does this picture give a first glimpse of the
redesigned Subaru Legacy, they also confirm rumors that Subaru will offer their
all-new Legacy in a hot 350-HP STi (Subaru Technica International) version to
compete against cars like the Audi S4. The STi, shown in these pictures has twin
tailpipes and a low stance, and is equipped with a 350-horsepower, twin-turbo
version of the company’s flat-six engine, driving all four wheels in typical
Subaru fashion

So far, Subaru’s hottest model is to be found one size
below the Legacy – the Impreza WRX STi with just 207 hp (though a faster Legacy
does exist, but is sold only in Japan and New Zealand).

The whole Legacy range will get a fresh and sleeker look,
but will easily be recognizable as a new-generation Legacy. The base models will
get their power from carryover 2.0- and 2.5-liter four-cylinder engines and the
3.0-liter six. Soon after the introduction of the new Legacy, Subaru will launch
the firm’s first four-cylinder diesel engine, penned in-house and featuring
latest common-rail technology developed in cooperation with GM partner Isuzu.
Price for entry-level models is expected to start around $24,500, with the STi
version (pictured here) topping off at possibly as much as $45,000.